Wednesdaygolfguy Posted 14 hours ago Share Posted 14 hours ago I have always really liked Cleveland wedges. They have a great look and feel. Unfortunately sense being purchased by Dunlop they have become a second tear brand with little to no marketing or appeal. As the only put out super game improvement in there irons and woods. This I believe has made people think they are just a cheap not quality brand. Quote WednesdayGolfGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted 14 hours ago Share Posted 14 hours ago I'm on my third set of Cleveland irons right now. I started my Cleveland journey with the 588MT/Altitude combo, then had CBXs in the bag for a bit before moving to the Halo XLs I have right now. All three sets were well built and performed great for me, and I am still in the honeymoon phase with the Halos. I've also had CBX2 wedges in the bag for a few years and I'm going to wear those into the ground. Well made clubs, good pricing, and just an outstanding value IMO. Although I will say the paintfill issues with the Halos is real, 2 rounds and 3 range sessions and the sole paint is already half worn away on a few irons. But they perform, and that's what matters. IndyBonzo 1 Quote In my Big Max hybrid bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Halo XL 5i-DW CBX 54* & 58* ER5 Tour S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preeway Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I currently game the RTX Zipcore wedges and love them. Even had them custom color filled when I ordered them with green and yellow for my Oregon Ducks. New wedges are on my shopping list for 2025 and this news just might make my decision a lot easier. IndyBonzo 1 Quote Driver: Aerojet LS, Ventus Velocore+ Blue Shaft - 6S 4 Wood: Rogue ST Max 16.5, Tensei White Shaft - 7S Utility Iron: Fli Hi 3-iron, HAZARDOUS Smoke Black Shaft - S Irons: JPX 921 Tour 4-P, Project X Shafts - Stiff 125g Wedges: 52º, 56º, 60º Putter: Ai-One 7 T CH, 34" Preferred Ball: Z-Star Diamond Pushcart: Nitron Rangefinder: Pro X3+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lostcause105 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Clevelands wedges have always been a great choice, they may not have the flash or marketing of some of the bigger names but they perform. I did a fitting with the local rep a few months ago and loved the zipcores as well as the hywood. IndyBonzo 1 Quote Sim 2 irons, paradym driver 5wood and 3 hybrid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackbus75 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I love their putters, but have not played their irons or wedges. IndyBonzo 1 Quote I'm 73 years old and I enjoy playing golf at least once a week. PXG 0211 Driver 10.5, with graphite senior shaft PXG 0211 3W, 5W and 7W, with graphite senior shaft Cobra F-Max Hybrid 6,5,4 Hybrids, Lazrus 7,8,9,PW Hybrids Cobra GW, graphite senior shaft (I'm old) C3i 59 degree Sand Wedge, steel shaft Cleveland Huntington 11, 34" putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rboehl Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I have been using Cleveland wedges for a long time now. Started with the 588 series and now have been using the CBX2 54 and 58 and they work well for me. I currently have a 6 handicap and I use Cleveland UHX irons that I got in June. They are excellent irons and the price was excellent because they were 2 years old but brand new. Too many people didn`t buy them I guess. I needed a little help with hitting the irons higher and maybe a little longer and the UHX worked to perfection.As a bonus they also feel close to a forged iron. IndyBonzo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWK1969 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Definitely a great line of wedges to play. I had them in the bag for a number of years before switching to a different brand (Edison). I'm pretty sure I'll be back in the Cleveland fold at some point, perhaps even with the next purchase. As far as their irons and fairways/drivers, I just don't think they hold the same position in the golf world. They strike me as second tier, though honestly I don't have any experience hitting them, so that's just a perception. IndyBonzo 1 Quote Mizuno ST200G driver, Diamana White stiff Mizuno ST200 Tour Spoon 3 wood, Diamana White stiff Titleist TSR 7 wood, stiff Mizuno MP223 irons, 4-GW, Nippon Modus X-stiff Edison Forged wedges, 55 and 59 degree, KBS Tour stiff Titleist Scotty Cameron Phantom 5s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclereport_Nate Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Big fan overall. I haven't really tried much of their irons but i've gamed various cleveland wedges and they're fantastic. I prefer them to jaws and even vokey in terms of off the rack choices (haven't been fit into a vokey and might have a better result if so, obviously). The RTX feels fantastic, spins like crazy and just does the job as you'd want it to. The CBX wedges are absolutely fantastic and WAY more golfers should use them instead of traditional "blade-style" wedges. I really like their huntington beach putter line too. High quality with interesting tech and great prices compared to the usual brands - I nearly bought one last year - lost out last minute to something else. I think Cleveland (especially wedges) are the best choice on the market for people who don't care who they impress but just want a very very good club in the bag to play golf with. Preeway, GolferXY and IndyBonzo 2 1 Quote WITB: Driver: Rogue ST Max LS, tensei 1k white XS 3w: PXG gen5 XF 3h: PXG gen5 xf 4-g: Cobra King MB/CB flow set 56/60: cleveland cbx Putter: odyssey backstryke marxman or cobra vintage nova depending on the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredsharky Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago When i started playing golf or just a bit after, I used the 588's for years and then tried the first iteration of the RTX and and really was not a fan, so swapped over to Vokey for a while and have swapped back to the RTX 6 - I love these wedges so I am def going to have to give the RTZ ones a try For the past two years I have been sporting the HB Soft Milled 10.5 putter - this so far is my second favorite putter of all time - it is super easy to use and very comfy in my hands I have never really used anything else for very long from Cleveland - tried the TA7, Cleveland Launcher driver, but nothing ever stuck GolferXY and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Driver 1: Stealth 12 degree-Ventus Red 5-S Driver 2: 300 Mini-Hzrdus Smoke Yellow 60G Stiff (tipped to 44.5inch) 3 Wood 2: Sim2 Max-Fujikura Pro 65-S (higher ball flight) 5 Wood: Stealth-Ventus Black 6-S 9 Wood: Stealth-Ventus Red 5-R Irons: King Tour 2023-Fujikura Pro 95 Stiff - 6-9 - Fitted Wedges: SM9-45-10F Wedges: RTX 6 Tour Rack-48-Mid/10 Wedges: RTX 6-52-Mid/10, 58-Mid/10 Putter: HB SOFT Milled 10.5S-Fitted Balls - X1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwiet443 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Love Cleveland wedges, have gamed several over the years, and I think of them as premium top 2-3 brands for wedges. They are always in my consideration set when I am looking for a new wedge. Gamed a Launcher driver for 2-3 seasons back in the mid 2000s and loved it but haven't played any Cleveland products outside of the wedges since then. If they made another driver/wood/iron that got huge praise on the performance side and looked good, I'd definitely give it a chance. I always search for best performance for the money when shopping for new clubs and Cleveland can/will be a brand that can deliver on those criteria. IndyBonzo 1 Quote Driver: 9* Ping G430 LST (Ventus VC+ 6S Blue) 3 Wood: Taylormade SIM2 Titanium 15* (Ventus VC+ 7S Red) 3 Hybrid: Ping G430 Hybrid 5i-GW: Mizuno JPX 923 Hot metal Pro 52*, 54* and 58* Wedges: Mizuno S23 Ball: Maxfli Tour X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael.Sandoval33 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I think Cleveland is a great and consistent brand, especially so for newer golfers based off of what they offer and their pricing. Their putters are criminally underrated in my opinion. And while I have not used their wedges, I have been told they are great for forgiveness in your wedge game. And having hit the Cleveland Launcher Woods, I can say those are really solid as well. I think Cleveland kind of falls in line with their partner brand Srixon where a lot of people just aren't gaming then right now. GolferXY and IndyBonzo 2 Quote WITB Driver: Qi10 Max 10.5° Hybrid: FX Max 25°, Tsi2 21° 4i-9i: FX Max 10 Wedges: SM10 - 50° 12f, 54° 14f, 58° 14k Putter: M.Craft Type VI Ball: Pro Air Bag: Ghost Golf Maverick 14-Way Glove: Nexgen Nano-X Pro Tour+ Forum Member Reviews: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMGOLF Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I’ve played Cleveland wedges for over 20 years and currently have the RTX 6 and love them. I’ve tinkered with other brands but will never use anything other than Cleveland. These new wedges look so sleek and high end. Preeway and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Love & Live 4 Golf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dooby Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago When I end up getting new wedges, Cleveland will be one brand I give a serious look at. I briefly had a RTX Zipcore 6 in the bag as a gap wedge and absolutely loved it. I felt like it was very easy to put draw or cut spin on it. I've been sort of chasing that feel with my current Vokeys and am wondering if potentially it was a shaft difference. Preeway and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Driver: Aerojet LS (9.0) BRNR Mini Driver (13.5) Ai Smoke Max 5 Wood (18) or Apex X Forged Utility 2 iron (18) Pro 225 (4-PW) 52|08F , 56|12D , 60|10S , SM9 Jet Black Studio Design 2 Ball: Still Searching for My Perfect Gamer Previously Tested: BirdieBall 2-In-1 Putting/Hitting Mat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slash25rc Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I play one of the OG CBX wedges in my 54, and my 58 is a CBX2 Zipcore and I love them! Perfect for full swing shots and plenty of forgiveness. I am super interested in these once I upgrade my irons to a more Player's Distance instead of GI set. I never got along with traditional blade wedges like Vokeys, but I also had shafts that were way too heavy in them for me. I have a feeling if I try graphite in these like my CBXs, it will be a game changer! IndyBonzo 1 Quote Paradym Ai Smoke Max 10.5 Driver; Graphite Design Tour AD VF-6 S / UB-6 S Paradym Ai Smoke Max 3HL 16.5: Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 65 S G430 7w: Ping Chrome 75 S. Set to 20* TSR2 5H: Project X HZRDS Red 85 S. Set to 23* 0211 DC 5-G: KBS TGI 80 S CBX 54: Rotex Wedge; CBX2 Zipcore 58: Project X Catalyst Spinner 80 M.Craft OMOI Type 06 ProV1x ; Linksmaster Bag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefty11 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago My first sand wedge was a Cleveland Reg 588 Gun Metal, and I still have it to this day. I've always liked Cleveland wedges! I've also tried out the Cleveland hywoods and putters, and I believe they offer a solid product at an excellent price point. IndyBonzo and GolferXY 2 Quote PXG 0211 15* Taylormade Sim 2 max 18* hybrid (Taylormade) 22* hybrid (Adams) 25* hybrid (Tour edge) irons - Callaway Big Bertha 2002 (It's a long story!) Putter - Odyssey AI one 2 ball DB 35¨ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveGH7 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I think Cleveland is great. As noted many times by other posters, their wedges have a long standing reputation. I still have a CBX in the bag, a RTX as a back-up, and an older 588 that I got when I first got into golf as a practice wedge in my backyard. But I feel they make great clubs beyond wedges. My HB Soft Milled putter is one of my favorite clubs in the bag and as whole their putter line is extremely underrated. I've also been a fan of their woods and hybrids over the years. I think their branding and marketing is fun and their price points are fair, offering quality clubs at a cheaper price point than the big guys. Kinda like Wilson in that regards. I also think it's an interesting marketing approach to keep them branded with Srixon. They could split them for marketing purposes even though they are owned by the same company, but having one brand for the pros to use woods, irons and balls, and another brand for the wedges and putter is interesting and unique. IndyBonzo and Lefty11 2 Quote Driver: Callaway Ai Smoke Max D (MCA Tensei AV Series Blue 55 Graphite) Woods: Taylormade Qi10 Max 3 wood and 7 wood (Fujikura Speeder NX TCS 50), TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD 5 Wood (Fujikura Speeder NX Red Regular) Hybrid: Cleveland Halo XL 4 Hybrid (Mitsubishi Tensei AV Raw Blue 65 HYBRID) Irons: Callaway Apex 21 DCB (Project X IO Steel R), Wedges: Cleveland CBX Full Face 2 50, Cleveland RTX Full-face 2 54, Callaway Jaws Full Face 58 Putter: Cleveland HB Soft #8P (UST All-In) Ball: Srixon Q Star Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zelmo12 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Cleveland is a very solid golf brand. I have played all kinds of clubs from them, but like many, focus on their wedges. I have played their wedges for years and now play their cbx line. Look and perform great! I would be curious from a business stand point, how much money they make off drivers and putters and what not. I don't know a soul that has a set of cleveland irons, so it would be nice if they were just a wedge specialist. Maybe put a bit more money into that line to make their wedges the "Scotty's" of the marketplace. Just my thoughts though. As a wedge maker they get a 8/10 for me. For overall score they get a 5.5/10. Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan1247 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago 1 hour ago, Mark VT said: In my opinion Cleveland Golf still makes very good equipment, especially their wedges. However, since 2007, when they were purchased by the Sumitomo Rubber Company (Srixon) they have not been a priority for Srixon in terms of advertising and promotion. It seems to me that the Srixon name in golf clubs, balls and tour presence is their priority, with the Cleveland brand taking a back seat. The quality of the Cleveland brand, particularly the wedges, is likely as good or better than ever. Unfortunately, many golfers, especially the younger age groups, are simply not familiar enough with the brand. Again, my opinion and observations only. I agree with this. To me Cleveland is the "my first set of clubs" brand before you want to/can spend more money on a better performing set. The wedges are good, but I have not liked many aspects of the irons or driver when I've used them. GolferXY, IndyBonzo and Lefty11 3 Quote Driver: Epic MAX LS Hybrid: Rescue Irons: 659 CB (Tour Lite Stiff shafts) Wedges: JB Forged (50/54/58) Putter: ? It was a gift with no brand on it Bag: Fuse 2024 Neon Sport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdubz114 Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago Grew up only playing the the old style Cleveland wedges. After they changed the look I stopped enjoying them as much and switched brands. These look much better in my opinion. Would love to give them a shot. IndyBonzo and Lefty11 2 Quote TSR3 Driver TSI2 7 wood Mizuno 243s T20 wedges Scotty Cameron 5.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin B Posted 13 hours ago Share Posted 13 hours ago I don’t know that I’ve ever used Cleveland Lefty11 1 Quote I could play golf every day and learn something new each time. Driver: Paradym TD 9* or EPIC Max LS 10.5* or 425LST 9* Woods: Mini or Mini BRNR Hybrids: 3H, 4H, 5H Irons: 902PD Wedges: Vokey SM10 48, 52, 56* Putter: Black MiniGiant Ball: Pro V1X or Chrome TourX https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/63746-motocaddy-m-series-carts-2024-forum-member-review/?do=findComment&comment=1042686 https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/62621-forum-member-reviews-callaway-whitebox-testing/?do=findComment&comment=1020558 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billpierce Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago I feel the brand has morphed into two dimensions - 1. Cleveland woods and irons aimed at helping the high handicapper with a series of clubs that meet certain aspects to address swing flaws. 2. The wedges and perhaps some of the specialty clubs that address the higher end quality and performance spectrum. GolferXY, Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 3 Quote Callaway Driver Mizuno JPX Irons Ping Putter w/ modified grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk58 Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago I bought a set of Cleveland Launcher irons last spring and absolutely love them. Hitting it straighter and for a shade more distance. Lot of people mistake them for hybrids but they are not a hybrid, true cavity back irons. I love the rails on the sole of the club, goes right through the rough with little or no "grab" or twisting. I would recommend these to anyone but specifically ideal for mid and high handicappers in my opinion. Best golf investment I ever made (that and my backstroke putter). GolferXY, IndyBonzo and Lefty11 3 Quote Let's play another 18. Kirk58 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giant Mitch Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago I'm a higher handicap golfer, but it would be a lot higher without my Cleveland wedges. My 52º CBX wedge is my go to club inside 75 yards. Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnderinAZ Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago I have played Cleveland wedges off and on for years. A good, solid, workable club with marginal durability. It seems I am sharpening grooves a lot with my last set of Cleveland's when compared with the Taylormade Hi-Toe I am currently carrying. Still, they are my go to wedges if I have to replace a club that I left on a greenside and that afterwards was never turned in. Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Driver QI10 max Hybrids G430 2, 3, 4 Irons ZX4 6-PW Wedges Hi-Toe 50, 54, 58 Putter L.A.B. DF3 ArmLock Golf cart MGI Zip Navigator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyD Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago I think the new wedges look great. I have an old cg10 54 degree that has both no face and a shiny grip, but I always tell myself to maybe take it for a spin. I love my 19 degree 2 hybrid hibore. It's so old it's a 2, where i think 19 degrees are now 3 hybrids. If I could find a 16 degree one, I'd take out my crap 3 wood Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 2 Quote When my wife asked if I wanted to leave Maine and move to where she grew up, I couldn't say no to Pinehurst, NC. I honestly don't spend much money on golf equipment, but I'm constantly reading reviews in case I ever get ready to buy I swing left handed and have been the State of Maine Left Hander's champion since 1997, the last year they held the tournament. I'm currently a 7.1 handicap. Trying to get lower, but my gut gets in the way. WITB Driver: Epic speed 9 degree Irons: 990's S300 Stiff shafts bought when I was in college. (Received a personal use discount, otherwise would've stuck with my Hogan Edge's) 3 Wood: Epic speed 15 degree or PT15 52/56/60 Z Spin wedges (heck of a deal $100 for all 3 at Dick's in 2013) Putter: OG Rossie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewsdad08 Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago Lefty11, GolferXY and IndyBonzo 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaden_Marcell Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago Don't know why they ever stopped producing this line, but the huntington beach putters is genuinely one of the best putters I have ever played ( even hitting two balls with a scotty in a proshop counts, lol ). The milled face they have somehow produces such a soft feel, and their stock grip which I usually switch out is honestly super nice. They have great top down looks and in my opinion are the way to go over a scotty, considering they are also more cost effective! Lefty11, IndyBonzo and GolferXY 3 Quote Driver - Qi10 LS, UST Proforce V2 Tour shaft, 6F5 3/5 wood - Stealth 2 Plus, Ventus Blue TR 7X shaft 3 Iron - Titleist 716 MB - Mitsubishi MMT 125 TX 4-6 - Callaway X-Forged CB, Nippon Pro Modus 3 Shaft, X-Flex 130G 7-P - Callaway Apex MB 21, Nippon Pro Modus 3 Shaft, X-Flex 130G 52,56,60 - Taylormade MG4, Dynamic Golf S400 Putter - Cleveland Huntington Beach Premier Soft 4 (Blackout) ALL LEFT HANDED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmkeith02 Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago The new RTZ wedges look the part! For me personally I’ve never been able to swing Cleveland wedges. They were thinner than other wedges I’ve used and I always seemed to come in to steep and chunk everything. Seems more like a user problem, because the quality of the club isn’t the issue! I do have a Cleveland hybrid that I have had in the bag for 12 years now that has been a life saver! Lefty11 and IndyBonzo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawoodson13 Posted 12 hours ago Share Posted 12 hours ago Other than wedges, I haven’t used anything Cleveland. Love their wedges though. I would be open to trying some of their other clubs though. IndyBonzo and Lefty11 2 Quote WITB: Callaway AI Smoke Irons, 5-AW, AI Smoke 5 and 3 Woods, TaylorMade Stealth 2 Driver. Just got the BRNR Mini Driver as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffer7 Posted 11 hours ago Share Posted 11 hours ago I have tried the Ping Glide wedges and Callaway Mac Daddy wedges but keep going back to the Cleveland CBX Zipcore wedges. I use the 56 and 60 from everywhere. I use them from the fairway, rough, sand, and rocks! Living in Arizona, we have desert conditions off the fairways. Theses wedges hold up and allow me to hit good shots from poor conditions. IndyBonzo, drewsdad08, GolferXY and 1 other 4 Quote I love the game of golf. it doesn't get any better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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